The Ridge - Gloucester Perfect for family or group getaways.

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A modern house with a covered patio, a dining area, and a kitchen visible through glass doors.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.
A modern house with a covered porch, large windows, and a well-maintained garden.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a bar area with stools.
A neatly made bed with white linens, two pillows, two folded towels, and two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 125 bedrooms7 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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GLOUCESTER, NSW
  • Place, Gloucester Farmers Market
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Billabong Native Garden
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gloucester Folk Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Ridge - Gloucester Perfect for family or group getaways.

The Ridge Gloucester was awarded the Best People's Choice in NSW for the 2014 Stayz Awards.

The Ridge combines state-of-the-art sustainable design with absolute luxury!

* Nestled on 100 acres on the northern side of the Bucketts with panoramic views of the of the Barrington and Gloucester River Valleys and overlooking the township of Gloucester.The Ridge provides the ulimate in a luxury getaway holiday.

* The house consists of two pavilions with north facing aspects providing a different panorama from every room. With sleeping for up to 12 people in 5 bedrooms (plus sofa bed) and 3 beautifully appointed bathrooms, the house is perfectly suited to accommodate groups of friends and/or families and is large enough for small conferences.

* The Ridge is designed with a passive solar layout and materials by award winning Sydney architect, Gareth Cole. The Ridge is fully powered by a stand-alone solar power system. In fact the entire house is off the grid!

* The modern fully equipped kitchen boasts a 4mtr X 1.2mtr stainless steel island bench housing a gas cooktop, dishwasher and double sink.

* For your entertainment, a 46" LCD flat screen TV with surround sound system,a DVD and CD players are provided in the lounge room and a TV and DVD/VHS player are provided in the family room.

* To keep you cool in the summer,the house is provided with air conditioning in the lounge, dining and kitchen areas with overhead fans in the bedrooms and family rooms. To keep you cosy in the winter thermostat controlled underfloor heating is available right throughout the house.


Featuring:
A superb gourmet kitchen comprising of a large stainless steel island bench housing a gas cook top and dishwasher
Open plan lounge and dining area opening onto a large deck through bi-fold doors
Large deck with outdoor furniture and a stainless steel gas BBQ
Five elegantly styled bedrooms with sleeping for up to 12 guests (inc sofa bed)
Three beautifully appointed bathrooms including a large deep bath in the main bedroom
Separate TV/family room with a flat screen TV/DVD
Outdoor fire-pit with rustic seating
Magestic views of the Barrington and Gloucester valleys
Complete privacy-entire property to yourselves (100 acres)
Eco friendly - entire house is off the grid
Rain water tanks service the house


Three bedrooms have a queen size beds and two bedrooms have two singles in each room. There is also a fold out sofa bed in the Family Room.

There is a large modern laundry complete with washing machine and dryer for your convenience.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 2422, PID-STRA-2025
Property # 9068184
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Gloucester

Located in Gloucester, this holiday home is next to a golf course. Gloucester Country Club and Villa d'Esta Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Craven Reserve and Rocky Crossing Reserve. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like winery tours.
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GLOUCESTER, NSW

What's nearby

  • Gloucester Farmers Market - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Billabong Native Garden - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gloucester Folk Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gloucester Soldiers Memorial Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Saint Clements Historic Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Gloucester Station - 19 min walk
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Avon Valley Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪cafe 57 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Thunderbolt's Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gloucester Soldiers Club - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gloucester Bowling Club - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ridge - Gloucester Perfect for family or group getaways. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ridge - Gloucester Perfect for family or group getaways. ?

As of 20 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ridge - Gloucester Perfect for family or group getaways. on 7 September 2026 start from NZ$1,377, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Ridge - Gloucester Perfect for family or group getaways. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Ridge - Gloucester Perfect for family or group getaways. ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ridge - Gloucester Perfect for family or group getaways. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Ridge - Gloucester Perfect for family or group getaways. located?

This family-friendly Gloucester holiday home is steps away from Gloucester Farmers Market and Billabong Native Garden. Gloucester Folk Museum and Gloucester Soldiers Memorial Hospital are also within 15 minutes. Gloucester Station is 19 minutes by foot.

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